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Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Hartsop, Cumbria, England
  • Ullswater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rydal Mount
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Penrith

On lake.You'll find Brotherswater and Place Fell within a 15-minute walk of this Penrith vacation home. Also, Ullswater is within 3 miles (5 km) and St. Sunday Crag is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Rydal Mount - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Dove Cottage - 12 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 16 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Potting Shed Cafe - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

Built in the 1920s by the artist and embroiderer Ann Macbeth, High Bield is a remarkable house which was completely refurbished a few years ago. It was built high on the fell and takes in views of Brotherswater and Ullswater and offers walking from the door to High St, Helvellyn, St Sunday Crag, Fairfield and many other popular spots. Almost every room has a spectacular view, especially the twin room which was originally an artist's studio. The house oozes charm and is very comfortable and warm, with a woodburner in the sitting room.

Property manager

Fiona Reed

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The garden has steep and rocky areas ,supervision!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness
A family getaway
The house is lovely. A return visit for us. We spent a great week as a family. The weather was
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic break in a lovely home
We had an amazing mini break. The house was warm and homely with plenty of space for us and 5 kids and all the amenities we needed. The drive up the track was a bit challenging but the location was worth it, the views from the garden and windows are amazing. It was awesome starting each day watching the birds and squirrels in the garden. After long walks it was nice to sit around playing some of the many board games and checking out the impressive collection of books. The log burner was nice to have but the house was warm enough so we didn’t need to use it. As a base we found it very convenient and were able to explore all over the Lake District without ever having to travel too far. The host was friendly and very accommodating. We had a great time and would love to come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARK B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
Beautiful scenery beautiful location beautiful Accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jez T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
A stunning location and fantastic house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short break
Stayed before, love it's location. Wildlife and views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time
Great location, don’t be put off by long drive to cottage, it’s well worth it. Loads of walks and boat trips, easy drive to Ambleside and Grasmere. Loved it, just loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frits P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and area
We enjoyed the beautiful area. The cottage is in a beautiful location with a view of lakes and mountain ridges. There are several hiking trails in the area where you can also walk with children. We had some questions during our stay and they were answered quickly. There are quite a lot of things in the cottage, so it takes some puzzling where you can put your own groceries, for example.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cottage in the Lakes!
An outstanding, generously stocked property with breath-taking views. ws. Thank you Fiona. Its a gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
High Bield
Excellent all round. Perfect break away . Perfect accommodation. Perfect views. Didn’t want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meriel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip from nz
An amazing week over from NZ. The location was perfect, the house incredible well equipped with wonderful views and comfy rooms. Will definitely be recommit friends
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
This was our third time staying here and we absolutely love it. It has beautiful views, amazing walks without having to take the car, well equipped kitchen. It is just perfect and we will be back again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
Just the place to relax and unwind, loads of wildlife and plenty of walks
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola M.

Liked: Cleanliness
High Bield Family holiday
This was our second holiday at High Bield - we stayed 2 years ago. It is a very special place to stay as it is in a wonderful location. We only used the car twice during the one week we stayed because all the walks and cycle rides could be done from the house. Windermere station was only a short drive away so we could easily pick up family arriving from London. Weather wasn’t what we expected in early June - warm for the first couple of days then much cooler with rain for the rest of the week but this didn’t stop us walking and enjoying ourselves. We walked to Hart Crag which was a great 6 hour walk and also did the picturesque shorter Silver Crag walk which was more low level. We managed to have a few bbq’s at the beginning of the week then when it was cooler we enjoyed the warmth of the log burner inside playing board games and relaxing in front of the tv. It is a place where we have made lots of lovely memories and we all want to return. Thoroughly recommend High Bield for a great place to stay. One of the highlights was the US fighter jets flying low level in our valley doing training exercises - they flew over 3 different days. Great excitement for everyone. McNamara, Ollie and Browne Families
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful house in a lovely location
Lovely warm house in a very quiet area of the lakes. Stunning views. The drive up to the house is very bumpy, so if you have a low car, I wouldn't even risk it. We will be returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway
If you want fantastic views and your own space this is perfect. Will definitely book again. Short walk to the lake amazing host too. Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael a.

Liked: Cleanliness
the best
views location rooms space all exceptional
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adele T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
Great stay in a quieter area of the lakes. Magnificent views all around the property. Lots of walks nearby. Nice and cosy property especially with the log burner. Comfy beds and everything you would need for a relaxing few days away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family birthday in the Lake District
We had such a great time. Nice and cozy for 8 people with shared meals and good memories. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming house, perfect for getting away from it all!
We were a family of 8 ranging in age from 15 to 77. The house was perfect and quirky which we loved. Spotlessly clean and everything that we needed was there. The house is on the hillside and away from it all. We enjoyed walks from there around the nearby lake. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
High Bield
High Bield lives up to all the excellent reviews it has. It's very clean, well equiped and in a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay in the Lakes
High Bield was exactly what we were looking for--elevated property overlooking the pristine valley with privacy and seclusion and the opportunity to walk out of the door and onto the Fells. The owner is attentive and responsive and we received exactly what was promised on the tin. Can't wait to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect location for walking. Wonderful views from the house. Well equipped house with every needed to make a comfortable stay. Highly recommend this place, will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
A beautiful property in a stunning location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visit to the Lakes with family, most from USA and some from England
We had a great time in a great location and a great house. We were lucky with very little rain so we did get some good hikes in and wished we had more time to hike right from the house. The drive to anywhere is on winding roads so anyone who gets car sick beware! We absolutely loved the out of the way location and hopefully will be able to return. Lisa Roberts
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023